Jan 15
As first reported in the pages of The Tribune’s print edition, former Cal Poly receiver Dominique Johnson will continue his quest for a shot at the NFL by playing in the Dixie Gridiron Classic all-star game in St. George, Utah, next month. The game is a reincarnation of the Las Vegas All-American Classic, which was …
Nov 22
Now that football season is officially over for Cal Poly, I put together a three-part blog series discussing what’s next for the program. Over the next few days, you’ll see posts covering the professional prospects of some of the outgoing players, a breakdown of who’s coming back, plus the positions of need and a look …
Oct 20
Prior to the Cal Poly football team’s 20-7 loss at Southern Utah on Saturday, there was at least one bad omen that went unreported for the Mustangs, who must win their remaining four games just to become playoff eligible. Cal Poly senior receiver Dominique Johnson — who leads the team with 28 catches, 379 receiving …
Aug 25
Tony Smith had his knee wrapped in ice after the Cal Poly football team’s full-contact scrimmage on Saturday, but he seemed fine after a dominant defensive performance by the Mustangs. Andre Broadous looked bummed about the offense’s lack of production in the scrimmage. But I didn’t see a bum leg. Come Monday, however, the two …
Aug 25
I’ve been meaning to give you guys a taste of what it’s like talking to Cal Poly senior receiver Dominique Johnson, a former transfer from UCLA. Since he arrived on campus last summer, I’ve been impressed with Johnson’s composure and his quiet confidence. It’s no wonder “D.J.” was able to endear himself to the rest …
Aug 14
I stepped through the gate and onto the rubber turf at Cal Poly football practice Friday, looking to take in all the sights. Junior guard Maurice McClure was there, but the only thing he was blocking was my view. The 6-foot-3, 285-pound big man had his left arm in a sling and sported no pads …
Aug 03
Storyline: Former UCLA transfer Dominique Johnson looked like a good replacement for Ramses Barden last season. Without the same weapons around him, Johnson caught 43 balls for 741 yards and six touchdowns — all by far tops on the team. Johnson did endure a partially dislocated shoulder, and it led to surgery that kept him …
